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Reliance Retail acquires ‘Pahadi Local’ brand
Reliance Retail acquires ‘Pahadi Local’ brand
The founding team will remain involved in brand development.
Brandman Retail to launch Wilson and ANTA stores in India
The store rollout will begin in April 2026
Retailers rethink premium strategy as Filipino consumers grow more ‘value fluid'
Retail leaders say value-driven shoppers mix premium and budget buys, pushing brands to prove value beyond price.
Aligning channels key to capturing discerning Filipino shoppers in 2026
Price, promotion, and shelf visibility are critical levers.
Indoor gardens and rooftop sports highlight SM Supermalls’ next phase
The retail giant plans to invest ₱150b by 2030 in new malls and upgraded experiences.
Philippine retail falls behind regional peers as expansion outpaces efficiency
The country is falling behind regional competitors in operational productivity.
Only 5% of retailers get AI right amidst lack of integrated systems
The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.
Influencer-led content, short-form video drives results over traditional metrics
The shift is fuelled by algorithms prioritising watch time and engagement.
DTI pushes logistics reforms as supply chain bottlenecks risk retail operations
Supply chain weaknesses directly impact product availability and operations.
Digital access gaps reshape Philippine retail competition
This results in a fragmented digital landscape where consumers interact with brands in very different ways.
Lazada urges fashion retailers to prioritise seller intelligence over scale
Personalised feeds improve basket size and repeat purchases.
Hyper-connected Filipinos drive omnichannel shift and personalised experiences
Gatherings and community influence buying behavior.
Philippine digital commerce expands via social discovery and hyperlocal strategies
Still, physical stores remain important.
Why customer focus alone is insufficient for retail survival
Executives must think about employees just as much as customers.
Fragrance brands turn to AI to meet consumer demands
This allows companies to tailor their product strategies effectively.
Authentic Brands Group appoints NewRee as Reebok partner in Greater China
The partnership covers Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
Flipkart moves holding company to India ahead of IPO
The move supports the company’s planned stock market listing in India.
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